How To Remove Algae From A Greenhouse’S Cooling Pad?

To minimize algae growth in greenhouses, it is essential to maintain a pH between 6 and 8, clean distribution headers for obstructions or clogged holes, and dry the pads completely over 24 hours. GreenClean Pro, a sodium carbonate peroxhydrate product, is recommended for algae control in greenhouses. Keep all greenhouse floors free of plant debris, spilled potting media, and weeds that can be nutrient sources for algae growth. Use a weed mat barrier to prevent both weed and algae.

To reduce temperatures and humidity levels, growers can use various control strategies, such as increasing air exchange (ventilation) and reducing incoming radiation (glazing). Modern evaporative cooling pads, combined with a well-designed ventilation system, can achieve incoming air temperature reductions of 5 to 15 oF.

To prevent algae from growing in greenhouses, introduce aeration into the water feature and use cleaners like Strip-It, which is a combination of sulfuric acid and wetting agents formulated to remove algae and dirt. Evaporative cooling pads lose efficiency due to clogging from impurities in the water, algae growth, and decay. Regular maintenance is necessary to ensure the efficiency of cooling pads.

Quaternary ammonia products and acidic solutions can help remove algae from cooling pads. Large flakes or deposits can be brushed or vacuumed from dry pads, and large flakes or deposits can be brushed or vacuumed. Periodically replace the water entirely in your sump. Algae should also be minimized in any fan and pad cooling system, and algae control in cooling pads is generally achieved with chemicals, especially quaternary ammonium compounds.

In summary, maintaining good water quality, using evaporative cooling pads, and implementing effective control strategies are crucial for maintaining a healthy greenhouse environment.